CIS Glossary: Your Guide to Key CIS Terms

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Net vs Gross Pay (CIS)

Difference between total earnings and amount received after deductions.

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Payment and Deduction Statement

Document showing payment breakdown under CIS.

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Payment and Deduction Statement

Statement showing payments made and tax deducted.

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Standard Rate (20%)

20% deduction applied to registered subcontractors.

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Subcontractor

A self-employed worker paid by a contractor for construction work.

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Subcontractor Verification

Process of checking subcontractor status with HMRC.

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Take-Home Pay (CIS)

The actual amount received after CIS deductions.

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UTR (Unique Taxpayer Reference)

A unique 10-digit number used for tax identification.

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Verification Process (CIS)

HMRC process to confirm a subcontractor’s CIS status.

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